20 of our favourite lai see designs for Lunar New Year 2019
From Salvatore Ferragamo and Cartier to Bottega Veneta and Tod’s, top brands went all out to create gorgeous red envelopes that are all about sophistication and beauty
Every year, brands (secretly) compete with each other to produce the most beautiful, creative and ultra-luxe lai see – also called hong bao – packets, usually depicting the animal of the year according to the Chinese zodiac.
Last year, we saw a host of adorable Year of the Dog-themed red envelopes, but 2019 belongs to the Pig. Let’s take a look at some of the best designs from luxury brands this year.
Some brands made the pig look as pretty as possible.
1. Salvatore Ferragamo
Ferragamo’s envelopes were embossed with golden pigs, surrounded by other nature motifs – possibly to hide the pig? Regardless, it is tastefully designed.
2. Bottega Veneta
The luxury brand’s minimalist take on their lai see packet is simple but impressive, with just a piggy outline stamped in gold on a scarlet envelope.
3. Shiatzy Chen